3 Tourists Stuck by Lightning Near Volcano in Costa Rica

Costa Rica News – Three tourists have been stuck by lightning. This occurred at noon yesterday near the Poas Volcano.

All three tourists are US citizens. The group was transported by the Red Cross to the hospital in San Rafael.

Javier Carpio and Jorge Teller are both in delicate condition, while Shelby Suminsky is in stable condition. The patients’ injuries include burns to the legs, chest and abdomen, and impact related injuries from the fall.

229 lightning strikes were reported yesterday, according to the National Meteorological Institute. They offer some advice about how to stay protected from lightning since the recent downpours have been accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.